Organizations or programs operating outside Dane County and the greater Madison areas

How to Apply

Eligible organizations are welcome to submit proposals for the Technology Education Foundation (TEF) grant program. A formal, written proposal is required along with the following information:

A. Cover letter – Submitted on official letterhead of organization and signed by a representative with authority to submit a grant application.

B. Description of Project – Must include the following information:

Description of the mission of the organization, the amount of money requested, and the purpose of the contribution;

Description of the problem you wish to address, the solution you propose, and a detailed description of how the TEF grant will be incorporated;

Proposed project budget with all other anticipated sources of income;

Plans to measure and evaluate program results;

Copy of an IRS 501(c)(3) ruling or other documentation substantiating tax exemption status;

Name, address and telephone number of the project contact person.

Proposals with incomplete information or organizations that do not meeting eligibility requirements will not be considered for funding.

Send completed proposals to:

Technology Education Foundation
P.O. Box 44787
Madison, WI 53744

Please email with any questions about the TEF grant application process.

Deadline: Applications for the Technology Education Foundation are accepted until July 31st of each year. (Late proposals will not be considered.) Recipients will be notified when funding decisions are made.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

“TEF supports technology, science and education-related activities, and by doing so helps Dane County and the region.”

"It is hard to find funding for technology – TEF fills that gap.”

— TEF Grant Recipients —

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

“TEF was founded with an important objective – to help close the technology gap among people of all ages and all abilities. Technology changes very quickly, and it’s important that everyone is exposed to its many aspects and is able to use it as a valuable tool in all aspects of life.”

Jim Berbee, Founder
Technology Education Foundation

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

TEF funds forward-thinking community groups, as well as education, technology,
and science-focused organizations throughout Dane County.

TEF is working to close the “technology gap” in our community.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

The Technology Education Foundation partners with organizations who support the idea that technology is a crucial asset and tool.

We believe that every member of our community must have access to the power of technology.